Lead Building Engineer

Building Maintenance Systems Inc. (BMSI)•Tysons Corner, VA

1d•$35 - $37

About The Position

The Lead Building Engineer performs building operations, customer service, and community enhancement in a commercial building in Rockville, Maryland. The role completes or assists with work involving electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, heating, and other trades. Working with the property management team, the engineer performs preventive maintenance, responds to service tickets, and helps maintain a safe environment for tenants and visitors. The position includes inspecting building systems and making necessary modifications, completing maintenance requests, coordinating vendor work, maintaining records, and identifying needed parts and supplies. The engineer also manages the Building Management System (BMS) or Energy Management System (EMS) as directed by the Lead/Chief Engineer and maintains clean engineering and mechanical areas. Compensation is $34.50 to $36.50 per hour, based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off; 401(k) after the initial work probation period; uniforms and cell phone reimbursement at hire; and an annual performance-based bonus. The posting also lists advancement opportunities, training and development, tuition assistance, and company parties.

Requirements

3–5 years maintaining equipment and systems in commercial buildings.
Demonstrated high-level mechanical skills and abilities with HVAC equipment.
High-level experience and skills in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment.
Basic technology skills to manage work order applications on a mobile phone and learn to operate Building Automation Systems.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to occasionally work overtime for repairs or maintenance that must be completed during off-hours.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting 50 pounds, walking distances, kneeling for one hour, and climbing ladders.
Reliable transportation.
CFC Universal certification.

Responsibilities

Perform building and systems inspections and make necessary modifications to building systems.
Complete preventive and corrective maintenance requests professionally.
Work with vendors to complete contracted work orders and meet expectations.
Maintain records, reports, and evaluations, and provide recommendations regarding necessary building maintenance operations.
Identify and help order needed parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
Manage the Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System (EMS) as directed by the Lead/Chief Engineer.
Maintain a clean engineering shop, mechanical plant, mechanical rooms, and general appearance.
Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Perform related work as required.
Respond to service tickets and help provide a safe environment for building tenants and visitors.